When you should apply for a student loan

What's the deadline to apply for student loans? Read on to find out when you should apply for a student loan and how long it will take to get your funding.

Types of credit card relief you can request

Here’s what you need to know about credit card relief during a financial crisis and some of your options.

This is the best way to get lower student loan rates

Your credit score will play a big role in what rate you get. Here’s how to boost it. (iStock)

What factors affect personal loan interest rates?

Understand the process and factors that affect interest rates before you apply for a personal loan.

How to maximize your credit card rewards

Getting the most from your rewards credit cards depends on cardholder priorities, spending habits, and the user’s unique financial needs.

Best ways to refinance Parent PLUS student loans

If you’re looking to save money or pass off payment obligations to your child, refinancing can help.

How to stop living off credit cards

Credit card debt is one of the most pervasive forms of consumer financial debt, but there are ways to stop living off their revolving credit.

Missed the tax deadline? Take these steps now

Here are some steps you can take to keep your penalties to a minimum if you were unable to file by July 15.

Junk mail? Tens of thousands may have mistakenly thrown away stimulus payment

Despite warnings issued by the federal government, tens of thousands of individuals may have inadvertently thrown out their $1,200 stimulus payments.

5 ways to pay student loans that will also save you money

Want to save money on student loans? Here are five ways to get your loans paid down ASAP while reducing the amount of interest that you pay over time.

What are mortgage points ⁠— and how do they work?

Mortgage points can save you money, but only if you plan on staying in your home for several years.

3 ways to eliminate credit card debt

The best ways to pay off a credit card bill aren’t complicated - in fact, they’re all about common sense.